Production Horticulturist

Geraldton WA
Farming, Animals & Conservation, Horticulture
Intermediate / Mid-Level

Geraldton WA
Farming, Animals & Conservation, Horticulture
Intermediate / Mid-Level

2 people applied for this job

Full-time
On-site
Posted on: July 8
Deadline: August 5
$71550 – $ Yearly

Perks & Benefits

Bonuses & incentives

Job Description

Production Horticulturist

Full-time, ongoing · Geraldton, WA · Virginia, SA

About us

4 Ways Fresh is an established horticultural production and fresh-produce enterprise operating at Geraldton, WA · Virginia, SA, growing cucumbers, capsicums and other vegetables. We are seeking an experienced Production Horticulturalist to take day-to-day responsibility for growing healthy, high-quality crops and to help drive the productivity and quality of our operation.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities

Plan, coordinate and monitor planting, growing and harvesting schedules to meet production targets
Monitor crop health, soil condition, irrigation and nutrition, and adjust growing programs as required
Implement pest, disease and weed management programs in accordance with regulations
Operate, calibrate and maintain horticultural machinery and irrigation systems
Apply fertilisers and agricultural chemicals safely and in accordance with label and WHS requirements
Maintain accurate production, spray and harvest records
Guide and direct field workers to meet quality and food-safety standards

Skill & Experience

About you

A relevant AQF Certificate III or Certificate IV in Horticulture (or equivalent); or 3 years’ experience as a Production Horticulturalist with relevant formal training; or 5 years’ experience with no formal training
Sound knowledge of crop agronomy, irrigation, and pest and disease management
Ability to operate and maintain farm machinery and irrigation systems
Ability to work under limited supervision and to coordinate a small team
Chemical-handling accreditation (e.g. ChemCert) desirable

Remuneration & hours

Guaranteed annual salary from $71550 p.a. plus superannuation. Full-time, based on a [46]-hour week — [38] ordinary hours plus approximately [8] hours overtime per week — with the guaranteed annual salary inclusive of overtime. Paid in accordance with the applicable Award; higher rates commensurate with skills and experience

How to apply

Apply through this advertisement only. Submit your CV and a brief cover letter via this platform. Applications close 5 August 2026. Applications are not accepted by email.

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